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supplies. The prison was built to hold 2,500 prisoners, but
by the time it closed three years later, 10,000 prisoners had
passed through its gates and 300 perished.
Today, visitors arrive at the island from the mainland via the
causeway to view the tombstones located in the Confederate
Stockade Cemetery. Rumors claim that apparitions of
Confederate soldiers have been spotted among the trees and
burial ground. From the water, keep an eye out for a break
in the trees on the northside; you may catch a glimpse of the
19-foot tall Confederate soldier statue.Sandusky
Southeast of Johnson’s Island lies historic downtown
Sandusky. Unlike Johnson’s Island, you will find plenty of
docking options in this waterfront town that range from
hourly to overnight transient. Dock your boat at Paper District
Marina for up to four hours and enjoy some time on shore.
From the marina, cross Water Street to the boutique
Hotel Kilbourne where you’ll find Moseley’s Public House, a
popular spot for adult beverages. Next, walk a couple blocks
to the Small City Taphouse, which specializes in Asian
cuisine, carries 66 beers on tap and has the best sushi I’ve
ever eaten. Battery Park Marina offers overnight docking
for those wanting to spend more time in town.
Sandusky celebrates its bicentennial in 2018 with special
events, including the Festival of Sail featuring tall ships and
an appearance from the World’s Largest Rubber Duck (See
more on Sandusky in the Port of Call on p. 56).Cedar Point
The “Roller Coaster Capital of the World” and one of the
top tourist attractions in Ohio welcomes boaters to stay at its
own Cedar Point Marina. There are 100 guest docks available
varying in length from 30 to 125 feet. Amenities such as fuel,
pump-out, dockside water and electric, restrooms, showers
and laundry services are available. Overnight guests can enter
Cedar Point amusement park an hour before the general public.
Dockage is also available for boaters who wish to dine at
the upscale Bay Harbor or award-winning Famous Dave’s
Legendary Pit Barbecue restaurants along the waterfront.
Bay Harbor specializes in seafood and steak cooked to
perfection. Famous Dave’s needs no explanation.
Cedar Point is known for pushing the limit when it comes
to building record-breaking coasters, and this year is no
exception. The Steel Vengeance, opening in 2018, is the
world’s first steel-on-wood hybrid coaster, standing more
than 200 feet tall and breaking 10 world records!
Whether you’re boating solo, as a couple or with family
in tow, the Lake Erie Islands offer something for everyone
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